Department Leader

Bebeedepartmentleader; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Durban is looking for a leader to oversee a department focused on teaching and learning, as well as research. The position entails managing staff, handling student concerns, and overseeing various educational programmes and projects. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent communication abilities, and a postgraduate qualification. This is a full-time role with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with a talented team

Professional development and growth opportunities

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Responsibilities

• Handle student queries and complaints related to the department.
• Manage and supervise staff, including leave management.
• Address grievances, disputes, training, and development.
• Appoint part-time and replacement staff members.
• Oversee programmes and projects including recruitment and supervision.

Skills

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

Education

Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field

Job description

Leadership Opportunity

The successful candidate will provide leadership to a department in the areas of teaching and learning as well as research.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling student queries and complaints related to the department or programme.
• Managing and supervising staff, including leave management, staff relations, and building a team towards a student‑centred approach.
• Addressing matters such as studies, grievances, disputes, training and development.
• Appointing part-time and replacement staff members.
• Overseeing programmes and projects, including postgraduate recruitment and supervision, Siyaphumelela, FYSE, Orientation, and Graduation ceremonies.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a talented team.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Other Information

• Please note that this is a full‑time position.
• The successful candidate will be required to work collaboratively with other departments and teams.